Electricity Cost - Single Usage Calculator

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Choose a preset to fill the wattage automatically, or choose "Custom" and type your own.
Find this on the label, nameplate, or manual of the device. Typical values range from 5 W (phone charger) to 7,200 W (EV level-2 charger).
W
How long the device runs for a single use session.
min
Choose minutes for short tasks (microwave, kettle) or hours for longer ones (TV, A/C).
Check your electricity bill for your local rate. The U.S. average is about $0.16/kWh as of 2024.
USD/kWh
How many times per day you run this device. Used to calculate daily, monthly, and yearly projections.
uses
Cost per use
0.012USD

Electricity cost for one complete run of the appliance

Energy per use0.075kWh
Daily cost0.012USD
Monthly cost0.36USD
Yearly cost4.38USD
CO2 per use29g
Daily0.012
Monthly0.36
Yearly4.38

This appliance costs $0.012 per use.

  • At $0.012 per use, this appliance has a modest electricity cost.
  • At this usage frequency, expect to pay roughly $0.36 per month and $4.38 per year.
  • Each use emits about 29 g of CO2 on the average U.S. electricity grid. Switching to a renewable tariff can cut that close to zero.
  • To cut cost, look for an ENERGY STAR-rated replacement (typically 10-50% more efficient), use the device during off-peak hours if your utility offers time-of-use rates, and unplug devices in standby mode.

Next stepCheck your electricity bill to confirm your exact rate - rates vary significantly by state and season, and using your actual rate will give you the most accurate cost.

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